Removal and installation body pillar trim panels (Mercedes-Benz M-Class W163)

1. The A-pillar trim panel installation details are shown in the illustration to which all references in the text refer.

2. Separate the door seal (2) in the area of the A-pillar.

3. On models produced up to 31.08.98, remove the plugs (3) and unscrew the mounting screws (4); at the bottom, the panel is attached to the instrument panel using clamps.

4. On models produced from 01.09.98, release the upper and lower trim panel fastening fasteners (1).

5. Remove the panel (1).

6. Installation is carried out in the reverse order - make sure that the fasteners snap into place securely.

Note: When installing the new version panel on models manufactured before 31.08.98, the screw holes in the rack should be slightly widened to accommodate the upper fasteners.

Racks B

1. The installation details of the B-pillar trim panel are shown in the illustration to which all references in the text refer.

2. Remove the threshold trim of the corresponding door (see Section Removal and installation door sill trims).

3. Separate the door seals from both sides of the B-pillar.

4. Unscrew the seat belt anchor bolt (1).

5. Remove the screws (2) and remove the lower panel (3) of the pillar trim.

6. On models produced from 01.09.01, remove the plate with the SRS marking and unscrew the screw located underneath it.

7. Loosen the screws (4) and, releasing the fasteners, remove the upper section (5) of the pillar trim.

8. Installation is carried out in the reverse order - make sure that the upper seat belt anchor adjuster (6) is correctly positioned in the receiving socket of the trim panel (5). Make sure that the locks are securely snapped into place.

C-pillars

1. The C-pillar trim panel installation details are shown in the illustration to which all references in the text refer.



2. If equipped, remove the third additional row seat.

3. Remove the safety net

4. On ML 55 AMG models, remove the spare wheel storage cover.

5. Remove the rear ceiling panel - if equipped, do not remove the third row seat belt anchor screw.

6. Remove the threshold trim in the luggage compartment of the vehicle.

7. Fold the rear seat forward.

8. On models with VIN A145273, X708319, remove the SRS marking plate and unscrew the screw located underneath.

9. Loosen the screw (1) and remove the spacer sleeve (3) of the rear seat belt anchor unit (2).

10. Remove the brackets (4) from the panel (8).

11. Open and remove the cover (5).

12. Remove the screws (6 and 7), release the upper fasteners and remove the trim panel (8), releasing the belt tape from it.

13. When servicing the right pillar, remove the on-board power supply socket.

14. Installation is carried out in the reverse order - make sure that the fasteners snap into place securely.